Other Volunteer Opportunities:
Concerned Black Men, Inc.
7200 N. 21st Street- Philadelphia, Pa 19138-2102
(215) 276-2806 Voice Fax (2150 276-2510
Concerned Black Men of Philadelphia, Inc. (CBM), a minority community-
based organization, has been working within the African American
community for more than two generations. CBM, founded in 1975 by
five law enforcement officers, was originally founded to address
Philadelphia's violent gang problem. Based on this foundation and
tradition, CBM strives to achieve its mission of encouraging youth
to be aware and proud of their heritage, maximize education opportunities,
and be socially conscious and responsible. Unique to CBM is its
approach to affecting change. CBM activities are driven by the articulated
needs of the community. CBM members are concerned community residents
who participate in the protection and development of our community.
This involvement is facilitated by the composition of the Board
of Directors, all community residents, and regular CBM- hosted forums
where community input is solicited. These activities and programs
translate into more than 15,000 community service hours annually.
CBM's Youth Mentoring Program is a new initiative for 2002-03.
This initiative will allow CBM to begin school-based mentoring of
male and female middle school youth for the first time in our history.
The program will combine the mentoring relationships with life/
social skill development and academic support. Our partner schools
for the 2002-03 school year are: Ada H.H Lewis, Ivy Leaf, Grover
Washington, Jr., and Wagner, potentially serving 160 youth in northwest
Philadelphia.
Thus, CBM is in the process of recruiting mentors to participate
in its Youth Mentoring Program for 2002-03. Both male and female
mentors are needed. Mentors will be screened, trained, and assigned
to a young person for cycles of fifteen (15) weeks, with meetings
once weekly for a minimum of two hours. This is an opportunity for
committed individuals to provide a valuable community service by
nurturing, supporting, and modeling for young people at a pivotal
juncture in their lives. With a minimum commitment of thirty (30)
hours, volunteers will contribute to, and share in, the positive
holistic development of an at-risk young person. Interested parties
should contact Keith Hendricks, Program Coordinator at (215) 276-2806
Discovery
Great resume building opportunity! Perfect for education majors,
psychology majors, AND anyone who likes kids!
(All majors are welcome!)
Who: 2nd - 5th graders, looking for a role model like YOU!
What: Discovery! A Saturday morning school program designed
to boost the self-confidence and academic achievements of urban
students.
Where: Dunbar Elementary School, 1750 N. 12th Street AND
Ferguson Elementary School, 2000 N. 7th Street
When: Saturday mornings, 9:15am - 12pm
Why: To make a difference in the lives of children!
As a volunteer, you would have the exciting opportunity to work
one-on-one or in small groups with the children of Dunbar and Ferguson
Elementary schools. You would help Grade Captains facilitate lessons
and activities, focusing on science and math, to these enthusiastic
youth. Fall 2002 brings the return of Discovery to Ferguson Elementary
School in its 8th successful year, and the start of Discovery at
Dunbar Elementary School. Join the FUN and SUCCESS of DISCOVERY
and get involved in the lives of the children!
To get involved in Discovery, please call 215-564-4544 or email
simpkins@philacares.com.
Discovery runs on the following dates:
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We welcome individual volunteers as well as groups! Bring your friends,
your sorority sisters or frat brothers, your club members, etc.!
We at Philadelphia Cares and the children at Dunbar and Ferguson
THANK YOU for getting involved!
S.O.A.R. (Seeking Out Alternative Responses)
Purpose: Students identified as needing support
beyond what the school offered in developing conflict resolution
/ problem solving skills. The I CAN PROBLEM SOLVE Program was used
during the past school year and was deemed successful by administration
and data collected. Goal for the upcoming school year is to increase
the number of students served.
WANTED: Individual(s) interested in a rewarding
volunteer position to assist middle school students in acquiring
the skills to appropriately problem solve and resolve conflict.
Individuals(s) must possess patience, initiative and a willingness
to learn. Individual(s) should also be an independent worker and
feel comfortable giving and receiving suggestions. Individual must
be at least a senior in undergraduate school to apply for this opportunity.
Candidate should have experience working with middle school students.
Areas of study of applicants should be psychology, social work or
education
Job Description: Receives training to implement
I CAN PROBLEM SOLVE. Conducts groups with students identified as
needing additional support beyond what the school offers. Ratio
staff to students will be one staff to 4/5 students Sessions will
occur once a week, hourly sessions. Conducts a maximum of three
groups a day. Conducts individual sessions as needed. Series of
sessions will be conducted during the school year. Groups will be
gender homogeneous. Interested candidates can contact and send resume
to Curry Bailey , Middle School Safety Program Coordinator @ (215)
291-5828 email: curry_19151@yahoo.com, curry_19151@yahoo.com or
Carmen Santiago , GEAR-UP Coordinator @(215) 291-5828. Candidates
must have current Child Abuse and Criminal Record clearances.
Teaching Small Children
Camden Parish Needs Help!! Teach young children
the faith. Sunday School CCD. St. Joan of Arc Church, 3107 Alabama
Road, Camden. Less than 30 minutes from La Salle, just off I-676.
Spanish and/or English. Small classes: 4-6 students, one hour class,
one hour preparation, one hour round-trip travel.
Contact Dr. Hallahan in Religion Department, 215-951-1666
or call the parish at 856-962-8642.
Fund Raising
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund provides advocacy,
education, resources and financial assistance for uninsured needs
of families caring for seriously
and chronically ill children.
Call Donna Hagerty 215 643-0763
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